Reading: Author's Purpose, Audience and Perspective Flashcards

A website states: 'Our water filter removes 99% of impurities—scientists recommend it!' but names no scientists. How should a reader judge this claim?

Answer: With caution, since the source of the claim is vague

Unnamed experts make the claim hard to verify, so readers should be cautious.

A text mixes facts about local bus routes with a final line: 'So leave the car at home and ride with us!' What best describes its purposes?

Answer: To inform and then persuade

It gives route information and then urges readers to take action.

A job ad says 'fast-paced environment' and 'must thrive under pressure.' What is the writer most likely signaling to applicants?

Answer: The job will be demanding and busy

These phrases warn applicants that the role involves high workload and stress.

A text about saving money uses 'you' throughout, such as 'You can cut your grocery bill by planning meals.' What effect does this have?

Answer: It speaks directly to the reader and feels personal

Second-person address makes readers feel the advice applies to them.

A tenant writes a complaint letter to a landlord using polite, formal language and dates of each problem. Why is this approach effective?

Answer: It sounds credible and makes the problems hard to dismiss

A formal tone with specific details makes the complaint more serious and believable.

A satirical article claims, 'Scientists confirm Mondays now last 36 hours.' What is the author's most likely purpose?

Answer: To entertain through humor and exaggeration

The absurd claim is exaggeration meant to amuse, typical of satire.

A health pamphlet for teenagers uses slang and social-media references, while one for doctors uses clinical terms. What does this show?

Answer: Writers adjust language to suit their audience

Writers choose vocabulary and style to connect with their specific readers.